Edmonton 
Spring has us thinking about plants and flowers – but what if gardening’s just not your thing? Check out the flower arranging and plant terrarium workshops that will have you rethinking your lack of green thumb!
Here are 10 places to go to learn flower arranging and plant workshops in Edmonton.
Laurel’s on Whyte
Whether you want to learn bloom basics or take an in-depth course on flower arranging, check out Laurel’s. Their design classes and seasonal workshops are something you don’t want to miss out on. Details
8210 104 Street, Edmonton
FaBLOOMocity
Terrarium classes to flower arranging, you’ll never guess what they’ll dream up next for laid-back classes with friends, coworkers, or even bridal parties. Everyone goes home with something gorgeous. Details
10947 120 Street, Edmonton
Glass Earth Plant Store
They specialize in terrariums, so what better place to learn how to make and keep one growing? From lush greenery in glass to cactus-themed clay pots, learn the tricks of the trade at the DIY Plant Bar. Details
Kingsway Garden Mall, Edmonton
Fleurs Flowers
From petals to air-plants, they’ll help you grow your green thumb. Fleurs even has classes designed with kids in mind, such as the Princess Terrarium with characters from Frozen. Details
West Edmonton Mall, Edmonton
Little Plant Shop
When a shop is known as a boutique for houseplants and terrariums, you know they’ll share some skills to keep your plants alive when you take home your newly created terrarium. The small shop overlooking Whyte Ave has the ambience perfect for plants, too. Details
10462 82 Ave, Edmonton
Habitat Etc.
This friendly little store hosts all kinds of workshops through the year – keep an eye out for their terrarium building workshops to create the perfect one for your home. Not to be missed, they fill up fast! Details
10187 104 Street, Edmonton
Greenland Garden Centre
Greenland will help you host your own plant party with your best buds! Choose from one of three different concepts, including the tropical bubble bowl, and get growing. Details
23108 Hwy 16 Sherwood Park
Salisbury Greenhouse
They’d love to show you that keeping things green is not as hard as you think. From teacup gardens to fairy gardens, there’s always another class coming up soon at Salisbury. Details
52337 RR 232 Sherwood Park
Tiny Tee Terrariums
Tiny Tee offers workshops at many locations in Edmonton area – or book your own private event! They’ll show you how to create living art for your home with hands-on experiences. Keep an eye out at different times of year, too; they often theme their events to go with the season. Details
various locations, Edmonton
Plant Nite
You’ve probably heard of Paint Nite – but have you heard of Plant Nite? The artsy event has branched out into helping people create terrariums with unique plants and pots at favourite hang-outs. Check out Yay Maker for more details.
various locations, Edmonton
Sarah Chestnutt is a freelance writer and editor, working in the field for over 10 years. She calls Edmonton, home and loves to share its stories.